Chrysler Grand Voyager: Steering Column Performance During An Impact May Be Compromised

Recall Summary Chrysler is recalling approximately 200 vehicles across multiple models (Grand Voyager, Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Cherokee, Journey, and Wrangler) sold in the United Kingdom because a rivet in the steering column may be missing or incorrectly installed. If this occurs, the steering column may not perform properly during a crash. Chrysler will inspect affected vehicles and install or replace the rivet as needed.

Recalling firm
CHRYSLER UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER, CHRYSLER DODGE CALIBER, CHRYSLER NITRO, CHRYSLER JEEP COMPASS, CHRYSLER JEEP PATRIOT, CHRYSLER CHEROKEE, CHRYSLER JOURNEY, CHRYSLER WRANGLER. Units affected: 200
Reason
Because a rivet may be either missing or incorrectly installed in the steering column in the event of an impact the steering column performance could be compromised. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary install a missing rivet or replace an incorrectly installed rivet.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2011-08-06
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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